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NSW Phoenix Junior Teams Set to Shine at AJVC 2025
Published Mon 30 Jun 2025
NSW Phoenix Junior Teams Set to Shine at AJVC 2025
Volleyball NSW is proud to announce the 2025 NSW Phoenix Junior Teams who will represent our state at the Australian Junior Volleyball Championships (AJVC) this July. These talented young athletes have earned their place through dedication, skill, and passion for the game — and they’re ready to take on the nation.
This year’s teams span across the U19, U21, and U23 age groups for both men and women, showcasing the depth of talent in our junior development pathway.
Congratulations to all our athletes who were selected. We look forward to seeing your hard work and dedication on the court in Adelaide!
U19 Men | U21 Men | U23 Men |
Amarlin Altanshagai Angus Watson Charlie Neill Daniel Gu Felix Birke Isaac Relova Jackson Zeng Kaden Napaa Lucas Fletcher Novak Milonjic Oscar Bai Sebastian Morandi Galindo William Li William Loudoun Head Coach: Ian Garrett Assistant Coach: Henry Payne |
Aidan Suttie Andrew Olsen Andrey Butko Caleb Barnes Imran Parker Isaac Dell Joshua Munter Joshua Tato Mobin Shafeian Oliver Ludbrook Ryan Takayasu Sandeep Ravishankar Taran Sinari Xavier Masztak Head Coach: Mark Munter Assistant Coach: Kai Ta |
Harley Sinclair Hugh Akmacic Joshua Butler Kevin Yu Joshua Singh Killian Donovan Max Olsson Qi Den Kuan Sam Chen Cody Meisenhofen Sean Bosschieter Shae Quennelle Tyson Dagenais Viliami Kaufusi Head Coach: Rob Gaspersic Assistant Coach: Ethan Garrett |
U19 Women | U21 Women | U23 Women |
Chelsea Shepherd Claire Miyaoka Elena Hillard Emelia Dunn Madhu Mahen Miabelle Gemzon Mireille Smith Olivia Zonta Remy Song Sidney Ma Sophie Kent Spyridoula Karagiorgou Taylah Ngaro-Tau Virginia Belford Head Coach: Con Savvidis Assistant Coach: Lydia Xu |
Addison Down Charlise Pahina Anna Le Blang Manar Munshid Isabella Mills Jessica Hunter Kirsten Fischer Naomi Lim Ruby Jones Ruby Wright Shelby Peace Stella Lindvall Tessa Van Vliet Vasilija Simunovic Head Coach: Britney Carlson Assistant Coach: Alex Minchin |
Anna Majewska Ayen Nyuar Caitlin Pahina Emma-Marie Braun Greta Stacy Ivy Oware Lilly Fisher Marley Mchugh Mia Zeng Nami Shimada Oriwia Noble Taylah-Lee Jessup Tsz Ying Yeung Vassi Giannikouris Head Coach: Kelly Hunter Assistant Coach: Kevin Sturgiss |
Head Coach/ Coach Mentor: Chris Todd
Head of Delegation: Deb Chung
Support Staff/ Comms: Lachlan Marginson
Team Manager: Catherine Stalmakowski
Medical Staff: Christopher Webster and Lexi Le Blang
As we head into AJVC 2025, we wish all our athletes and staff the very best. Your hard work and commitment inspire the entire volleyball community. Let’s go, Phoenix! 🔥
Stay tuned for updates and match results throughout the tournament.